[Method] Where to enter the transponder code in BMW 323i OBD?

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Captaincrunch
Member since December 2022 • 73 posts

Need my BMW 323i's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on October 07, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1747 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW 323i. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 08, 2024

Replies (6)

Digitaldude
Member • 27 posts

Been here before with my BMW 323i. Let’s see if this one works.

October 08, 2024 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 140 posts

My BMW 323i refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

October 09, 2024 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 97 posts

My BMW 323i might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

October 10, 2024 Reply
Jedimaster
Member • 138 posts

Will this work for older BMW 323is? Mine's a 2009.

October 11, 2024 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 129 posts

I’m in the same boat with my BMW 323i. This looks promising.

October 12, 2024 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 136 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my BMW 323i.

October 13, 2024 Reply

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